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    Blue Bird Vision School Bus recall in Canada: emergency exit may not open

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    This recall affects certain 2012 and 2013 Blue Bird Vision School Buses in Canada. The force needed to open the emergency roof hatch may be too high. This could prevent passengers from quickly exiting the bus in an emergency, which could increase the risk of personal injuries.

    What to do

    • Check your VIN using the official notice.
    • Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair.

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    Affected products

    • VISION SCHOOL BUS

      Model: 2012 BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS, 2013 BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS

    Why this matters

    Emergency exit may not open

    Do I have this product?

    This recall only applies to specific products. Follow the steps below to check.

    1. 1

      Check the product name

      Make sure your product name matches one of the affected products listed above.

    2. 2

      Check the model number

      Model numbers are typically on the product label or packaging.

      Affected models: 2012 BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS, 2013 BLUE BIRD VISION SCHOOL BUS

    If your product matches one or more of the details above, it may be affected by this recall.

    If your product does not match these details, it is not affected by this recall.

    When in doubt, always check the official notice.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Why was this product recalled?

    Emergency exit may not open

    What should consumers do?

    Check your VIN using the official notice. Contact your dealer or manufacturer to schedule the free repair.

    Where was the product sold?

    This product was sold in Canada. For specific retailers or distribution areas, please check the official recall notice linked on this page.

    Is there a health risk?

    Yes, there may be a health risk. Emergency exit may not open

    When was this product recalled?

    This product was recalled on August 8, 2012.

    Is the BLUE BIRD brand affected by this recall?

    Yes, BLUE BIRD products are affected by this recall. This recall affects certain 2012 and 2013 Blue Bird Vision School Buses in Canada. The force needed to open the emergency roof hatch may be too high. This could prevent passengers from quickly exiting the bus in an emergency, which could increase the risk of personal injuries.